Methods for increasing the strength of an automobile transmission and kits and replacement components for the same
US10794472B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 25, 2017 |
| Grant date | Oct 6, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 29, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H2200/2023
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods of modifying a OE prior art transmission, including Ford's AOD, AODE and 4R70W transmissions, to strengthen the transmission by replacing components known to fail. In one example, the intermediate shaft and direct clutch cylinder of an OE transmission are replaced to eliminate the splined connection joining the two components, to simultaneously eliminate the weak splined connection while also making space within the transmission available for an increased diameter shaft. Aspects of the present disclosure also include kits for increasing the strength of a transmission and methods of assembling a transmission.
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